The chihuahua is alert, saucy and very intelligent.  They have good humour, comfort, constancy and companionship.  Long coats are rarer than short coats.

KEY FACTS

COUNTRY OF ORIGIN  Mexico

DATE OF ORIGIN  1800's

FIRST USE  Companion

USE TODAY  Companion

LIFE EXPECTANCY  12-14 years

WEIGHT RANGE  1-3kg (2-6lb)

HEIGHT RANGE  15-23cm (6-9")